Dr. Michael Toumbis
Pulmonology - Tuberculosis
+357 22 325 252
+357 22 322 882
info@dikteonmedical.com
Mon-Fri: 08:00 - 20:00
GHS code: D1897
Scientific Approach and Specialization
- Dr. Michael Toumbis has extensive experience as a Pulmonologist – Tuberculosis Specialist and has a profound knowledge in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of respiratory diseases.
- In addition, he constantly demonstrates a desire for improvement, incorporating the latest developments in pulmonology into his daily practice.
Clinical Experience and Personalised Treatments
- With years of clinical experience, Dr. Toumbis provides personalized treatments to patients facing chronic and acute respiratory disorders.
- Dr. Toumbis, also actively recognizes the unique needs of each patient and tailors its therapeutic approach accordingly.
Research and Scientific Participation
- Dr. Michael Toumbis has participated as a researcher in all major international studies in Pulmonology, concerning Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Asthma, Respiratory Infections and Lung Cancer.
- In addition, he has actively participated in more than 260 Scientific Conferences, Symposia and Seminars.
- His total number of published scientific papers exceeds 210, of which 52 are published in international journals with a high impact factor.
Services provided / Specialization
Dr. Michael Toumbis offers a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for diseases of the respiratory system. In addition, as he adopts a personalized approach and utilizes state-of-the-art techniques, he ensures the best possible care for his patients. At the same time, he also seeks to refine his procedures while keeping a close eye on developments in the field. Consequently, patients enjoy a comprehensive and innovative treatment approach:
- Management and treatment of all respiratory diseases without exception
- Ability to perform and evaluate functional tests of the respiratory system
- Ability to perform and evaluate home sleep studies with ResMon and WatchPat
- Providing specialised help to quit smoking, with an individual or group approach
Education
- Completed his studies (MD) at the University of Athens.
- Continued his training as a Pulmonologist at the Hospital of Thoracic Diseases of Athens “SOTIRIA”, where he served in all the prescribed medical grades of Pulmonology.
- Obtained his PhD at the University of Athens.
- He was Chairman of the Scientific Council for 10 years and Director of the Pulmonology Clinic for 22 years.
- In addition, he worked for one year at the Asthma and Allergy Research Unit of the Hospital St. Bartholomeus London.
You can find additional information in the Doctor’s CV.
Experience
- Worked as a Curator at the Hospital “SOTIRIA” (1980-1988).
- Also, gained international experience as a Researcher at the St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London (1988-1989).
- Subsequently, served as Director of the Pulmonology Clinic (1996-2007) and as Attending Physician (1988-1996).
- Finally, actively assumed the role of Coordinator and Director of the Pulmonology Clinic at SOTIRIA Hospital (2007-2017).
For further information regarding the clinical research experience of the doctor please refer to the CV.
Participations / Recognitions / Awards
- Researched the topic “HLA and lung cancer” for his thesis.
- Published in important Greek and international medical journals.
- Actively participates in lectures, round tables, conferences, symposiums and seminars.
- Contributed to the writing of books and the organization of scientific events.
- Served and continues to serve as a member of the Committee on Smoking of the Ministry of Health of Greece, which underlines his contribution to the field.
Dr. Michael Toumbis, has an active participation in scientific societies, being a member:
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of the European Respiratory Society (ERS),
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of American Thoracic Society (ATS)
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of American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP),
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of World Asthma Organization (INTERASMA)
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of the Board of of the Hellenic Pulmonological Society since 1996 and its President from 2014-2017.
For more details, please refer to the Doctor’s CV.